Lodge

Lodge is a nursing home in Mildenhall, Suffolk (IP28 7NX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Lodge

Mildenhall Lodge is a nursing home in Mildenhall, Suffolk, caring for older people and younger adults who need qualified nursing support, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities. The clinical side of this work is substantial and we take it seriously. Medication, wound care, mobility, continence, nutrition and the management of complex long term conditions all need proper attention, accurate records and close work with GPs and community health teams. Most of the avoidable problems in nursing care come from something being known by one person and not passed on, so handovers matter here as much as anything else. What surrounds the clinical work matters just as much. Somebody who needs help to move does not stop having preferences or a sense of humour, and a nursing home turns bleak very quickly if care tasks are allowed to become the whole day. We pay attention to meals, fresh air, visitors being genuinely welcome, and whether the resident who has gone quiet this week has been noticed by anybody. Respite stays are available, including for people recovering after a hospital admission. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families are welcome to visit on an ordinary day.

Care provided at Lodge

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Lodge

Where is Lodge located?

Lodge is a nursing home in Mildenhall, Suffolk, IP28 7NX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Lodge provide?

Lodge is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Lodge's CQC rating?

Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 November 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Lodge provide dementia care?

Yes. Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Lodge

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Mildenhall Lodge is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Yes. Mildenhall Lodge is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Mildenhall Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Mildenhall Lodge supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the East

Mildenhall Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Mildenhall Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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